Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mckinley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McKinley School serves the eastern part of Billings, MT, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 1.8 miles to the furthest point in the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckinley School's student population of 339 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Community Strives to Inspire, Educate and Empower Students to be Responsible and Innovative Global Citizens who Achieve Their Full Potential.
School Rankings
Mckinley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#351 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
19%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley School's ranking?
Mckinley School is ranked #351 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Mckinley School often compared to?
Mckinley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lockwood Intermediate, Meadowlark School, Canyon Creek School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Mckinley School?
339 students attend Mckinley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mckinley School students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley School?
Mckinley School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mckinley School offer ?
Mckinley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley School part of?
Mckinley School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley School located?
Mckinley School is located in the North Elevation neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 1 other public schools located in North Elevation.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i used to go to this school and it was really fun and interesting it is a really fun experience there and the staff was really nice to me and the other children
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